Wooden wardrobe or chest of drawers - which will work better in a child's room?

A wooden wardrobe and a chest of drawers play different roles, so it's best to start with the question: what really needs to be stored in a child's room? If hanging clothes, larger textiles and seasonal items are involved, it will be a natural choice Nizio wooden wardrobe. If the most important thing is quick access to underwear, foldable clothes, bedding or small accessories, this will work better Nizio wooden chest of drawers.

In many children's rooms, the best effect is achieved by combining both solutions. The wardrobe organizes larger and less frequently used items, and the chest of drawers takes care of everyday logistics: pajamas, T-shirts, socks, textiles and toys that you need to have at hand.

When to choose a wooden wardrobe for a child's room?

A wardrobe makes sense when a child's room needs to take over the function of a full wardrobe. The 2D1S Nizio wardrobe model is 100 cm wide, 58 cm deep and 193 cm high, so it makes use of vertical space. This is especially important when the floor is already occupied by a bed, desk or play area.

The 2D1S wardrobe variant allows you to choose a segment arrangement: a bar with a shelf or a set of four shelves. Thanks to this, you can adjust the interior of the furniture to the child's age. A younger child usually needs more shelves for folded clothes, and an older child starts using the rail for shirts, dresses or sweatshirts more quickly.

It is also worth paying attention to safety. The Nizio wardrobe is equipped with a wall mounting bracket, which is important for tall furniture in a child's room. It also has Blum guides and hinges with a soft and silent closing system and a 10-year warranty.

When is a chest of drawers best suited?

The chest of drawers is more convenient when the child has to reach for things independently. 3S 105 Scandi chest of drawers it is 105 cm wide, 51 cm deep and 91 cm high. These are proportions that fit well into a child's room, because the table top can be used as a place for a lamp, books, decorations or an organizer.

If you need more capacity, the 6S 154 Scandi chest of drawers is 153 cm wide, 51 cm deep and 91 cm high. Six drawers make it easy to divide things into categories: school clothes, home clothes, textiles, creative toys, sports accessories. Both chests of drawers have Blum guides with soft closing, they are manufactured in Poland and have a 10-year warranty.

A chest of drawers also works well when you want the room to look lighter. The lower shape does not dominate the wall as much as the wardrobe, so it fits well into smaller and narrower rooms.

Wardrobe or chest of drawers in a small room?

In a small room, the smaller piece of furniture does not always win. If there is a lack of floor space, a tall wardrobe may be more practical than a wide chest of drawers because it makes better use of the vertical. However, if the room is low, narrow or has slopes, a chest of drawers may be a safer visual choice.

A good compromise is to combine the wardrobe with a narrower chest of drawers or with wooden shelf. The 1S 57 Nizio bookcase is 52 cm wide, 38 cm deep and 193 cm high, so it can complement the storage of books and boxes without taking up much of the wall width. The wider 1S 80 shelf is 75 cm wide, 38 cm deep and 193 cm high.

How to plan a furniture set?

First, separate things into three groups: hanging clothes, foldable clothes and everyday items. Place hanging clothes in the closet, folded clothes in the chest of drawers, and books and toys in the shelf. Thanks to this Nizio wooden furniture they do not duplicate their functions, but create a clear system.

If the child is small, choose lower drawers and easy access. If the room is to be used for many years, it is worth adding a wardrobe with an adjustable interior. The ability to adjust the shelves and replace the rod arrangement helps adapt the furniture to changing needs.

What to choose: a short decision

Choose a wardrobe if your child's room is to store the entire wardrobe, jackets, dresses, textiles or seasonal items. Choose a chest of drawers if everyday access, a lower shape and the division of smaller items are more important. Combine both pieces of furniture if the room is to be organized for years and is to accommodate both clothes and accessories.

FAQ

Is a chest of drawers enough instead of a wardrobe in a child's room?

A chest of drawers may be enough if your child has few hanging clothes and most things are foldable. With a larger wardrobe, a wardrobe will be more convenient.

Which chest of drawers will be better: 3S or 6S?

The 3S chest of drawers will work well in a smaller room, and the 6S chest of drawers when you need more drawers and a wider top.

Is a tall wardrobe safe in a child's room?

A tall wardrobe should be able to be attached to the wall. A wall mounting bracket has been confirmed for the 2D1S Nizio cabinet.

Is the chest of drawers suitable for storing toys?

Yes, a chest of drawers works well for smaller toys, textiles and accessories. A shelf may be better for books and displays.

Should the wardrobe and chest of drawers be from the same collection?

They don't have to, but a consistent wood finish and similar proportions help create a calmer arrangement.

What to choose for a very small room?

First, choose the piece of furniture that solves your biggest problem. If there is no space for clothes, choose a wardrobe; If you don't have quick access to small items, choose a chest of drawers.

Check out Nizio wooden furniture

See Nizio wardrobes, chests of drawers and shelves, and then choose a set depending on the size of the room, the age of the child and the storage method. A well-planned arrangement of furniture makes everyday order easier and allows you to create an interior that grows with your child.